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Township Ward Fc Are Champions Of The Maiden Kunav Football League (KFL).

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5 years ago

March 2, 2021

Joel Ajayi

Township Ward FC yesterday 27/02/2021 emerged Champions of the maiden edition of the Kunav Football League by beating Nyumangbagh Ward FC 2 goals to nothing.

In a pulsating final match played at the Vandeikya Township Stadium, the Vantown boys, representing Township Ward FC ran away as victors, scoring two goals in the first half.

The match started on an even note with both teams playing cautiously to avoid mistakes in the final third. But it was Township Ward who will open scoring in the 13th minute of the game.

**Gen Dominic Oneya Receiving His Award For His Immense Contribution To The Growth Of Football In Kunav. Presented To Him By HRH Ter Kunav**

A defensive mix up by Nyumangbagh defenders saw the ball slip to a Township attacker who drilled a shot that slipped through the hands of the goalkeeper and into the back of net.

The restart saw Nyumangbagh pressing hard and pegging the Township boys in their own half in order to get the equalizer but poor finishing was their undoing.

Township Ward soon grew in confidence, taking over the midfield and creating goalscoring chances, but wastefulness in front of goal was also their bane.

But the second goal did come on 34 minutes. A goal described by many as one of the best of the League.

***Presentation Of A Ram To Gen. Dominic Oneya By My Traditional Ruler Tyoor Charles Uzuativ At His Palace***

Jacob Ordedoo, Township Ward’s left full back surged forward on the left side and was handed a pass just past the midfield. The defender took two steps before unleashing a scorcher with his left foot that sailed fiercely into the top right corner of the net with the goalkeeper completely stuck in the middle of goal.

The interval saw the presentation of awards to deserving persons including the Special Guest of Honour, Gen. Dominic Oneya(Rtd). Yours truly was not left out.

The second half saw both teams pressing hard to either increase or reduce the tally but there were no added goals as Township Ward FC held on to clinch the first trophy of the Kunav Football League.

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Nigeria’s Historic Bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games: A Call for National and Global Support

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6 days ago

September 30, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Nigeria is poised to make history as it seeks to host the Centenary Commonwealth Games in 2030, a monumental opportunity that promises to transform the nation’s economy, infrastructure, and global standing.

More than a sporting spectacle, the Games would serve as a catalyst for development across multiple sectors, leaving behind a legacy of national pride and sustainable growth.

The benefits of hosting the Games extend far beyond the sports arena. Nigeria stands to gain both empirical and non-empirical advantages, with direct, indirect, and induced impacts that will touch every corner of society. Infrastructural development will take center stage, with new facilities such as indoor sports halls, conference centers, and improved road networks reshaping urban landscapes while strengthening the nation’s capacity to host future international events.

Economic growth is another significant dividend. Over 10,000 jobs are expected to be created, spanning construction, facility management, event planning, and tourism services.

The hospitality industry will undergo major improvements as hotels and resorts are upgraded to meet international standards, while local restaurants, lounges, and tourist attractions will see a surge in patronage from international visitors. Small and medium enterprises, particularly in the transport, finance, and food service sectors, will become some of the greatest beneficiaries, as the Games generate new demand and expand opportunities for local businesses.
The Commonwealth Games will also accelerate the growth of Nigeria’s sports industry.

Investments in training facilities, coaching, and talent development will inspire a new generation of athletes, ensuring long-term benefits that extend beyond 2030, a major focus of the President Bola Tinubu administration.
At the same time, the process of preparing for the Games will create opportunities for Nigerians to learn new crafts, acquire technical skills, and engage in global-standard event management, thereby strengthening human capacity and innovation across industries.

Mallam Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the Nigeria Sports Commission, and Hon. Bukola Olopade, the Director General, have been widely recognized for their tireless and visionary leadership in repositioning Nigeria’s sporting sector.

Their commitment to facilitating infrastructural development and strengthening grassroots sports development has laid the foundation for Nigeria’s bold bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games. Under their leadership, the NSC is fostering strategic partnerships and driving innovation in sports administration, they have demonstrated the nation’s readiness to stage an event of such global magnitude.

Beyond the tangible gains, the hosting of the 2030 Commonwealth Games carries profound symbolic value. It would be a moment of unity and pride, a chance for Nigeria to showcase its cultural richness, resilience, and excellence to the world.
As a centenary edition, the Games would stand as a historic milestone not just for the Commonwealth but for Nigeria itself, cementing its place on the global stage as a capable, ambitious, and forward-looking nation.

The gains from hosting the Commonwealth Games can never be undermined or overemphasized. This is Nigeria’s time to step forward and show the world our resilience, and excellence. We call on every Nigerian, across sectors and communities, to support this noble aspiration.

Nigeria’s pursuit of the 2030 Commonwealth Games is a vision for transformation, a blueprint for national development, and a legacy project that will inspire generations to come.

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